Violent anti-government protests erupt in Albania's capital
Thousands of demonstrators rallied in Tirana on Wednesday to demand better university conditions and the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Over several hours, police deployed water cannons and tear gas as demonstrators attacked government offices and set fire to multiple buildings.
Sally Rooney says she can no longer sell books in the UK because of Palestine Action support
Irish writer of Normal People says she can no longer receive royalties from British sales because of her support for group Sally Rooney has said she is being forced to withdraw her books from sale in the UK because of her support for the banned organisation Palestine Action. The Irish novelist, whose books include Normal People and Conversations With Friends, said her public support for the direct action group meant she could no longer receive royalties from UK sales. Continue reading...
Why one of the US's reddest counties is losing faith in Trump – video
As the midterm elections loom, Oliver Laughland and Tom Silverstone travel to rural West Virginia, a Republican party stronghold, to explore how soaring gas prices, war in the Middle East and datacenter expansion are affecting Donald Trump's popularity among his base. Although the state remains staunchly Republican, there are signs of a new politics emerging – and local Democrats are looking to capitalize on it
Russian ministers join board of key trade payments firm A7
Three of Russia's most senior government officials have joined the board of Russian payments firm A7, underscoring its growing role in sustaining trade with China and other partners as Western sanctions disrupt traditional banking channels.
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